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I had a severe attack of salmonella for which i was hospitalised. i am now constipated i eat a healthy diet.?

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Sometimes after..: A gastroenteritis like salmonellosis which causes diarrhea will produce some constipation in its wake. You should be fine but can try more fiber.

Answered 11/20/2012

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Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Probiotics: You may need to replenish your gut bacteria with some good probiotics. Consider fermented foods such as kombucha, kefir, etc.

Answered 12/1/2012

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